Experienced Associate - Indirect Tax

PwC Malaysia; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global professional services firm is looking for an Associate in their Indirect Tax practice. The role involves advising clients on various tax obligations, conducting tax compliance, and managing indirect taxes. Candidates require a degree related to Economics or Finance and 1-2 years relevant experience. This position demands proficiency in English and Malay, along with problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years’ track record of SST related working experience.
• Working experience in SST implementation work is an added advantage.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English and Malay.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on indirect tax issues such as VAT, SST, and customs duties.
• Conduct thorough tax compliance and indirect tax return preparations.
• Identify indirect tax risks and opportunities for clients.
• Supervise administration of client portfolio.
• Conduct SST research and prepare SST reports.

Skills

Accepting Feedback

Active Listening

Business Tax

Communication

Corporate Tax Planning

Customs Brokerage

Customs Regulations

Customs Tariffs

Customs Valuation

Emotional Regulation

Empathy

Inclusion

Indirect Tax

Indirect Tax Controversies

Input Value Added Tax (VAT)

Intellectual Curiosity

International Taxation

Optimism

Tax Accounting

Tax Dispute Resolution

Tax Documentation

Tax Litigations

Tax Modeling

Tax Preparation

Education

Recognised degree in Economics, Finance or related subjects or professional accounting qualification

Job description

Description

Whether you’ve just graduated or have years of experience, this is a firm where you can learn and grow.

It’s the PwC experience that stays with you as you build strong networks and make lasting friendships. Be part of a larger team as we work together, drawing on everyone's knowledge and skills to reimagine the possible.

Join PwC today for the experience that stays with you.

Job Description & Summary

A career in our Indirect Tax practice, within Tax services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients meet and manage their tax obligations across unique but ever changing tax specialties. You’ll advise clients on their local and overseas tax affairs, while acting as a strategic consultant related to business analysis, managing indirect taxes, dispute resolution, and global enterprise tax solutions.

Our team helps our clients optimise cash flow and reduce risk by managing challenges related to indirect taxes. You’ll support our clients with all aspects of indirect taxation related to global, regional and domestic projects as well as comprehensive restructuring and reporting value added tax projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on indirect tax issues, including VAT, SST, customs duties, and other related taxes.
• Conduct thorough tax compliance and indirect tax return preparations.
• Identify and assess indirect tax risks and opportunities for clients.
• Develop and implement strategies to mitigate risks and capitalize on savings opportunities.
• Supervision of day-to-day administration of a client portfolio.
• Carry out SST research and preparation of SST reports/advices.

PwC Professional

To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. As an Associate, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Invite and give in the moment feedback in a constructive manner.
• Share and collaborate effectively with others.
• Identify and make suggestions for improvements when problems and/or opportunities arise.
• Handle, manipulate and analyse data and information responsibly.
• Follow risk management and compliance procedures.
• Keep up-to-date with developments in area of specialism.
• Communicate confidently in a clear, concise and articulate manner - verbally and in the materials I produce.
• Build and maintain an internal and external network.
• Seek opportunities to learn about how PwC works as a global network of firms.
• Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.

Requirements

• A recognised degree in Economics, Finance or related subjects or professional accounting qualification
• At least 1-2 years’ track record of SST related working experience
• Working experience in SST implementation work would be an added advantage
• Proficiency in written and spoken English and Malay languages
• Well organized, able to multitask and priorities assignment

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Business Tax, Communication, Corporate Tax Planning, Customs Brokerage, Customs Regulations, Customs Tariffs, Customs Valuation, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Inclusion, Indirect Tax, Indirect Tax Controversies, Input Value Added Tax (VAT), Intellectual Curiosity, International Taxation, Optimism, Tax Accounting, Tax Dispute Resolution, Tax Documentation, Tax Litigations, Tax Modeling, Tax Preparation

Travel Requirements

Up to 20%.

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No.

Government Clearance Required?

No.

Candidates must be resident in Malaysia, or have the right to work in Malaysia.

PwC is an equal opportunities employer.